reproof

• Substantivo que designa o ato ou expressão de crítica e censura dirigida a alguém por causa de uma falta ou erro.

A noun referring to an act or expression of criticism and censure directed at someone for a fault or mistake.

1. Expression of disapprovalC1formal

   A statement or act that shows you strongly disapprove of someone's actions or behavior.

   Expressão de desaprovação

   • He received a sharp reproof for his careless mistake.
   • Her reproof was gentle but firm.
   • The teacher's reproof made the student feel ashamed.

   Sinônimosadmonishmentcensurechidingcondemnationrebukereprimandreproachscolding

   Antônimosacclaimapplauseapprovalcommendationpraise

• Expressar desaprovação ou crítica ao comportamento ou às ações de alguém, geralmente de forma oficial ou severa.

A verb meaning to express disapproval or criticism of someone's actions or behavior, often formally or sternly.

1. To express strong disapprovalC1formal

   To criticize or reprimand someone angrily or severely for their actions.

   Repreender severamente

   • The teacher reproved the student for cheating on the exam.
   • He reproved his colleague for arriving late to the meeting.
   • She reproved the child for speaking rudely to the guest.

   Sinônimosadmonishberatecastigatecensurechiderebukereprimandreproachscoldupbraid

   Antônimosapprovecommendcomplimentlaudpraise